Limited Appointment Facilities Services Worker - Custodial - Desert Canyon MS (33716)

Desert Canyon Middle School; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Desert Canyon Middle School in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a Limited Appointment Facilities Services Worker (Custodial) to perform entry-level custodial tasks and basic building/grounds maintenance. Duties include trash removal, restroom cleaning, light repairs, and setting up rooms.

Must have a HS diploma or GED and a valid Arizona driver's license; hourly rate ranges from $17.88 to $18.06. Starting immediately, this full-time position offers exposure to facilities operations within Scottsdale

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Arizona Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Performs manual labor such as trash removal, sweeping, and setup of furniture.
• Maintains facilities, vehicles, and equipment; conducts simple preventive maintenance.
• Notifies responsible staff for repairs and handles routine grounds duties.
• Assists in general labor and light carpentry tasks as needed.
• Operates light equipment and follows safety procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Inventory management

Safe work practices

Tools handling

Hand and power tools

Basic math

Driving a motor vehicle

Reading blueprints

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

N/A

Job description

Limited Appointment Facilities Services Worker - Custodial - Desert Canyon MS (33716)

Scottsdale USD 48 Desert Canyon Middle School - Scottsdale, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Scottsdale USD 48

Job Details

Job ID: 5936568

Application Deadline: Oct 13, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 22, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PAY GRADE: G

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

POSITION OBJECTIVE: This is the entry level into the facilities services series. Incumbents perform basic custodial, building or grounds maintenance, or general laborer work. Duties might include: picking up trash and debris, mowing the grass; performing building maintenance such as changing light bulbs; vacuuming; cleaning and maintaining restrooms; and, performing general laborer type work such as moving furniture and room set-up. Incumbents may also operate light equipment such as vehicles, tractors, and mowers.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Performs manual labor activities, which includes: emptying trash cans; gathering materials and equipment; placing materials and/or equipment in proper locations; sweeping; setting up furniture and/or equipment; digging; cleaning; moving furnishings; painting; and/or, performing other related tasks.
• Assists and responds to internal customer requests for assistance, inquiries, and/or other related requests; and responds to emergency situations as required to ensure the safety of students and staff.
• Maintains facilities, vehicles, and/or equipment utilized in daily activities; troubleshoots, maintains and performs simple repairs and preventive maintenance to equipment; monitors inventory of supplies.
• Notifies appropriate individuals of required facility and/or equipment repairs.
• Under direction, performs routine, minor repairs.
• Assists in performing routine grounds maintenance activities, including picking up trash, sweeping walkways, and weeding planter areas.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: (positions in this class typically require):

High School Diploma or G.E.D.; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: (positions in this class typically require):

• Valid Arizona Driver’s License.

KNOWLEDGE: (position requirements at entry):

• Customer service principles;
• Inventory maintenance principles;
• Safe work practices;
• Methods and tools used in assigned area of responsibility;
• Hand and power tools;
• Basic mathematical functions;
• Applicable tools and equipment utilized in performing daily activities.

SKILLS: (position requirements at entry):

• Providing customer service;
• Operating tools and equipment in assigned area of responsibility;
• Performing routine carpentry and groundskeeping tasks;
• Comprehending written materials;
• Performing routine preventative maintenance of tools, equipment, and vehicles;
• Performing basic mathematical calculations;
• Driving a motor vehicle;
• Reading and understanding elementary blueprints, sketches, plans, diagrams and other instructional/directive materials;
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forces constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noises.

NOTE:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Return To Work Retirees will have an hourly rate approximately 9% lower than listed below without falling below minimum wage.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.88 to $18.06 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Everett Hayes , Custodial Supervisor
• Facilities and Building Services
• Email: [e-mail]

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